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Paint Then Assemble or Assemble Then Paint?

November 18, 2025

Should you paint the parts first and then assemble them, or assemble the vehicle first and paint it afterward? [More...]

How To Paint Distressed Lettering, Plus Gold Leafing Tips

November 5, 2025

Jack Fleming Artistry shows how to paint distressed lettering and add gold leaf accents on a patina 1957 Chevy [More...]

Chrome Wheel Restoration Before and After

Amazing Wheel Restoration From Super Rusty To Mirror Chrome

October 21, 2025

How to transform a rusted wheel into a flawless showpiece using sandblasting, zinc coating, and a meticulous hydrochroming process. [More...]

How To Mold and Cast Resin Dashboard Knobs — Recreating Dash Jewelry

October 5, 2025

This tutorial shows how to mold, cast, and polish your own resin dashboard knobs — authentic reproductions that turn [More...]

’51 Hudson Hornet Rebuild in 10 Minutes

June 14, 2020

Tim Strange and an able crew rescue a stalled 1951 Hudson Hornet project from a Michigan viewer and rebuild [More...]

1963 Chevrolet Impala SS Build ~ UNEASY

January 28, 2019

Acquired as an abandoned project, this ’63 Chevy Impala was already in bad shape when it arrived from Texas. [More...]

The Racecar Twist ~ Join Wires Reliably with No Solder

The Racecar Twist ~ How To Join Wires Reliably Without Solder

April 26, 2019

A quick tech tip for joining two wires together. The advantages of this over crimping or soldering are [More...]

How To Select a Torque Converter

December 5, 2018

A torque converter is a fluid coupling device that transfers power from engine to transmission. Here’s how to [More...]

1959 Chevrolet El Camino Sleeper Build

January 11, 2019

1959 Chevrolet El Camino Sleeper Build ~ Full photo compilation, build by the Roadster Shop in Mundelein, Illinois. [More…] [More...]

Joe Rogan’s New 1969 Nova: Metal Work and Body Design

January 29, 2019

This 1969 Chevrolet Nova belongs to comedian, podcaster, and all-around automobile enthusiast, Joe Rogan. It was penned by Pure [More...]

Steering 101 ~ Main Steering System Parts and Functions

March 13, 2019

The actual steering wheel function is obvious, there are several other parts to make it all work so [More...]

Understanding and Troubleshooting Torque Converters

March 12, 2018

Torque converters are a type of fluid coupling which transfers rotating power from a prime mover, like an [More...]

The Untold Story of the 427 Super Camaros

July 25, 2024

Explore the high-performance legacy of Don Yenko, Joel Rosen (Motion), and Nickey Chevrolet in the 1960s’ horsepower wars. [More…] [More...]

The 5 Rarest American V8 Muscle Wagons

July 22, 2024

Americans have a rich history of producing some of the most formidable V8 muscle wagons. Here are 5 of [More...]

TAXI! The History of Checker Cabs — America’s Most Iconic Ride

October 16, 2025

The history of the Checker Motors Corporation and how they built a reputation for durability, reliability, and sheer toughness… [More...]

Every Car Logo Explained: The Surprising Stories Behind the World’s Most Famous Badges

October 7, 2025

Discover the origins, meanings, and wild myths behind the world’s most iconic car logos in this deep dive into [More...]

The Key to Making Your Car Fast: The Torque Converter

December 12, 2024

The torque converter is crucial to a vehicle’s acceleration and overall drivability. But what makes it so important, [More...]

Are Headers Worth It? Headers vs Manifolds: HP, Torque & Sound

August 15, 2024

Different types of headers and exhaust manifolds will support your car in various ways and have different pros [More...]

SendCutSend Precision Cuts Parts for DIYers

Next Level Your Project With Custom Laser Cut Parts, FAST

August 23, 2024

SendCutSend will precision laser-cut even one-off parts in a variety of materials for as little as $29 and ship free [More...]

Adding AC to Your Vintage Vehicle: Vintage Air Heritage Review

August 5, 2024

Vintage Air Heritage Under-Dash all-in-one heat and cool unit promises to deliver top-notch performance without breaking the bank. [More…] Also [More...]

Nobody Else's Auto Recycling, Great Bend, Kansas

Classic Project Cars, Trucks, and Part Donors For Sale in Great Bend, KS

August 8, 2020

Nobody Else’s Auto LLC in Great Bend, Kansas has 100s of project, build, and part donor quality cars and [More...]

International Trucks For Sale ~ Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, Kansas

August 5, 2020

Nobody Else’s Auto has approximately 40 International trucks in stock for projects and parts. Current inventory is mid-1930s to [More...]

Building (and Improving) the Best DIY Car Ramps Ever

October 24, 2023

Conventional long metal car ramps can be cumbersome. Here’s how to build a set of car ramps with a better design for around $20. [More…]

How To Fix A Leaking GM 12-bolt Rear-end Pinion Seal

June 4, 2019

Does your rear differential leak gear oil everywhere? Do you keep installing a new pinion seal and having the same problem? Here’s the fix. [More…]

DIY Engine Performance ~ How To Port Cylinder Heads

July 29, 2020

Davin Reckow walks you through the ins and outs of how to port your cylinder heads at home with some fairly basic tools. [More…]

How To Coat Headers with High Temperature Paint

January 6, 2019

From Power Nation Garage ~ How To Coat Headers With High Temperature Paint on this episode of Two Minute Tech! [More…]

Automotive Paint Troubleshooting Causes and Cures

How To Troubleshoot Automotive Paint: Causes and Cures

January 13, 2018

Learn how to correct common automotive paint issues. These tips can help solve practically every automotive refinishing problem imagined. [More…]

How To Properly Measure for a Driveshaft

June 2, 2018

Greg Frick explains how to properly measure for a custom or refurbished stock or aftermarket performance driveshaft. [More…]

Old Car or Truck? How To Boost Performance

July 14, 2016

Whether it’s the economy or simply because vehicles are more durable, an increasing number of people are driving used cars and trucks longer… [More…]

How To Cut, Fit and Shape Automotive Carpet

February 4, 2019

This video demonstrates several techniques to cut, fit and shape the transmission tunnel using non-heat molded automotive carpet. [More…]

English Wheel Metal Forming Techniques with Ron Covell

November 8, 2018

Master Metalworker Ron Covell demonstrates basic English Wheel techniques, highlights from the ‘English Wheel Techniques’ DVD. [More…]

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